Spinach Chana Dal

chana dal (soaked overnight and washed and drained after soaking (dried split chickpeas, often sold in the bulk section))

turmeric

salt

ghee (clarified butter - could substitute olive oil)

mustard seeds

cumin (whole seeds)

onion (large, peeled and chopped)

garlic (peeled and chopped)

ginger (fresh, peeled and grated)

green chili (chopped)

spinach (fresh, chopped)